ABOUT THE PROGRAM ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY
This FDP aims to enable faculty members to CHRIST (Deemed to be University) in Bangalore,
respond empathetically, identify signs of India is a leading institution dedicated to
emotional distress, maintain ethical boundaries excellence and service. Established in 1969 and
and contribute to creating a psychologically safe granted university status in 2008, it offers diverse
campus for students. undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral
programs across fields such as arts, sciences,
Mode: Hybrid
commerce, management and law. Known for it’s
OBJECTIVES holistic education, CHRIST (Deemed to be
University) emphasises on ethical responsibility,
research, and critical thinking. With campuses in
To understand the
principles and application Bangalore, Delhi NCR, and Pune Lavasa, it fosters
01 of Psychological First Aid inclusivity, diversity, and global learning through
in student settings. international collaborations and student welfare
initiatives. The university was also recently ranked
To recognize signs of 101st in the world by the WURI (World’s
psychological distress
02 among students across
Universities with Real Impact) rankings.
disciplines.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
To learn and apply
03 various Psychological The School of Psychological Sciences at CHRIST A 5-Day Faculty Development
First Aid models. (Deemed to be University) is a founding Program on
department known for its innovative curriculum,
To enhance faculty’s
dynamic pedagogy and impactful initiatives. It’s
mission is to uphold high academic standards in
PSYCHOLOGICAL
FIRST AID FOR
ability to respond to
04 crises with empathy and psychology by fostering enriching learning
ethical care.
STUDENTS: SKILLS
experiences and encouraging personal and
professional growth. The School offers certificate,
THEMES undergraduate, postgraduate,
programs, emphasising on self-awareness, service
and Ph.D.
FOR IMMEDIATE
Main Themes: Mental Health, Psychological First orientation, and human values. Excellence is
maintained through regular curriculum reviews
SUPPORT
Aid, Student Support
and diverse teaching methods, including seminars,
Sub-Themes: Self-care for faculties, Managing experiential learning, workshops, field studies, and
4th August to 8th August,
Distress, Building Departmental Mental Health expert interactions. 2025
Action Plans.
RESOURCE PERSONS REGISTRATION FEE
Registration Fee for Fees
Mr. Ahmed A Asif Dr. Roopesh BN
Counselling Psychologist Assoc. Prof. (Cli. Psy) Online Participants Rs. 400/-
Relationship and Family Conflicts NIMHANS, Bangalore
Offline Participants Rs. 500/-
Suicidal Thoughts and Self-Harm
REGISTRATION DETAILS
Dr. Sreenivas M
Ms. Fardeen https://feebook.southindianbank.com/FeeBookUs
Professor and Chairman,
Counselling Psychologist er/org?id=323or
Bangalore University
Soothing Minds Go to: Christ University Website >> E Services >>
Adjustment Issues and First-Year
Grief and Loss Online Payment Portal >> Select: Kengeri Campus
Transition Support
Fee Name: FDP (Faculty Development Program)
Dr. Padma V Dr. Divya Sundaram *A certificate will be provided for the registered
(RCI) Neuro-cognitive therapist Ass.Prof., Coordinator (Psy) participants*
Identity or Sexual Orientation Christ University, Bangalore
Confusion Substance Use and Addiction
Ms. Smitha Keeran Warrier
Dr. Leemamol Mathew
Senior Counsellor & Life Coach
Assoc. Prof. (Psy)
Christ University, Bangalore
Christ University, Bangalore
Academic Failure and Examination
Faculty Well-being
Anxiety (Scan the QR Code to register)
ORGANISING COMMITTEE
Col. Dr. Jai Govind P
ENHANCING STUDENT SUPPORT Fr. Jiby Jose, Director, CHRIST (Deemed to be
Assoc. Prof (ECE) University), Kengeri Campus
Christ University,, Bangalore This FDP trains faculty in Psychological First Aid
Bullying, Ragging and Cyber Bullying using WHO’s Look–Listen–Link and the RAPID Dr. Jincy Cherian, Assistant Professor, CHRIST
model to offer timely, empathetic support. (Deemed to be University), Kengeri Campus
It strengthens first-line response while maintaining
professional boundaries. Dr. Varsha Singh, Assistant Professor, CHRIST
Dr. Sabu John Aligned with SDGs 3 (Good Health), 4 (Quality (Deemed to be University), Kengeri Campus
Ass. Prof. (Psy) Education), 5 (Gender Equality), 10 (Reduced
Christ University, Bangalore Inequalities), and 16 (Peace and Justice), it Dr. Bhanu BS, Assistant Professor, CHRIST
Trauma from Violence or Abuse promotes student well-being and inclusive growth. (Deemed to be University), Kengeri Campus
